BLM willow creek cut and pile

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) National Interagency Fire Center is seeking small businesses to perform vegetation management services at Willow Creek, located approximately 23 miles southwest of Meeker, Colorado. The solicitation (140L3725Q0026) requires contractors to cut and hand pile pinyon and juniper trees within a 118-acre treatment area, with trees up to 12 inches in diameter. Contractors must demonstrate documented experience in similar services within the past five years, provide a comprehensive schedule showing crew size and equipment, and commit to keeping a project manager on-site throughout the project. The evaluation will be conducted on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable basis, with technical acceptability determined by experience, scheduling capabilities, and project management commitment. Key dates include a March 13, 2025 deadline for questions and a proposal submission deadline of March 21, 2025 at 1000 MDT.

The contract is designated as a 100% Small Business Set-Aside, with a performance period from April 2, 2025 to November 30, 2025. Work restrictions are in place between May 15-July 15, 2025 due to migratory bird considerations. While specific award value is not explicitly stated, the project involves cutting and piling trees across 118 acres of land managed by the BLM's Idaho Region. The solicitation includes specific requirements for fire prevention measures, safety protocols, and adherence to wage determinations. Contractors are encouraged to independently visit the site or arrange a visit with the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) to better understand the project's scope and requirements. The work falls under NAICS category 115310 (Support Activities for Forestry) and PSC category F014 (Natural Resources/Conservation- Tree Thinning).